Dad waxa yaqaan nin tuugsaday iyo nin u taliyey
DEnglish Translation
He who has begged or ruled knows people
Context & Meaning
Both need and power reveal human nature
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dantu ceeb ma laha, ee dadkaa iska naceeya
Need isn't shameful; people make it seem so
Need isn't shameful; people make it seem so
Dabagaale timir gaadhi waayey qaraar buu yiraahdaa
The chameleon that can't reach the date calls it b...
The chameleon that can't reach the date calls it b...
Daleel marow maradiis geed ma daarow
The shortcut traveler plants no shade tree
The shortcut traveler plants no shade tree
Duul daallan, safar dheer ma maro
A tired traveler can't go far
A tired traveler can't go far
Doqoni waxay leedahay laba-iyo-toban indhood, halna way ku aragtaa
A fool has twelve eyes but sees with one
A fool has twelve eyes but sees with one
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About Somali Proverbs
Somali proverbs (Maahmaah Soomaali) are an integral part of Somali culture, passed down through generations. They reflect the wisdom, values, and experiences of the Somali people, often relating to pastoral life, community, and traditional values.